Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Nightwing

$90K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • TS clearance with SCI eligibility and Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
  • Experience in developing Security System Plans (SSPs) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) packages using eMASS
  • Proficiency in security assessment tools like SCAP Compliance Checker, Nessus, and Rapid7
  • Experience with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, notably Splunk
  • Solid understanding of network architectures including routers, switches, and firewalls
  • DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 1 certification (e.g., Security+CE)
  • Minimum 3 years of experience as an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Responsibilities

  • Develop and update RMF documents such as SSPs and POA&Ms
  • Perform technical security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities
  • Conduct cybersecurity sustainment activities, including user training and account management
  • Execute system audits and conduct system baseline validations
  • Interface with program managers, IT staff, and senior leadership
  • Provide initial and annual training for general and privileged users
  • Support cyber incident response and investigations

Benefits

  • Eligible for an employee referral award
  • No relocation assistance available
  • Opportunity to contribute to a robust cybersecurity program
  • Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for independent problem-solving
Full Job Description
Position Role Type: Onsite

Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Nightwing seeks a cybersecurity professional to serve as an ISSO in Palm Bay / Indialantic / Melbourne, FL. The ISSO will help execute the cybersecurity program supporting collateral, SAP and SCI system as various USG doctrines require, including 32 CFR Part 117, DCSA DAAG, DoDM 5205.07, JSIG, DoD 5105.21, and ICD 503 and its supplements. The selected candidate will sustain and positively contribute to our cybersecurity program by successfully:
  • Developing and updating RMF documents, including SSPs, Addendums, POA&Ms, SCTMs, SOPs, CONOPS, test plans, etc.
  • Performing technical security control assessments to identify vulnerabilities and potential deficiencies as part of the continuous monitoring program
  • Performing cybersecurity sustainment activities, including change management, account management, auditing, media protection, user training, file transfers, etc.
  • Conducting system audits, system baseline validations, and ConMon activities
  • Interfacing with internal/external customers, program managers, IT staff, senior leadership, etc.
  • Performing initial and annual general/privileged user training and associated functions
  • Supporting various actions related to cyber incident response, investigation, and resolution
  • Developing and enforcing cybersecurity policies and procedures for accredited systems
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong written and oral communication skills, in-depth technical aptitude, exemplary customer service skills, time management skills, and the ability to conduct risk assessments, solve complex challenges, and thrive in a fast-paced environment


Required Skills
  • TS clearance with SCI eligibility and Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph
  • Experience developing SSPs and RMF packages including using eMASS.
  • Experience with various information system security assessment/hardening tools - SCAP Compliance Checker, STIG Viewer, Nessus, Rapid7, NMAP, etc.
  • Experience with SIEMs and audit reduction tools such as Splunk
  • Practitioner knowledge of wide and local area networks, including servers, workstations, routers, switches, and firewalls
  • DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 1 professional certification (e.g., Security+CE)
  • Minimum 3 years prior ISSO experience
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently, customer service orientated
  • In-depth knowledge of NIST special publications, CNSS policies, and instructions

Desired Qualifications and Skills
  • Adjudicated Full Scope Polygraph
  • DoDD 8570/8140 IAM Level 2 professional certification (e.g. CISM, CISSP)
  • Experience working with shell tools / scripts such as CMD, PowerShell, and Linux shell
  • Experience auditing multiple OS environments including Windows and Linux, as well as endpoint devices and virtual machines


Education Requirement

A bachelor's degree in information systems or cybersecurity or six years of experience in place of education is required for this role.

Employee Referral Award Eligibility: This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

NOT Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance not available

Requires advanced knowledge of work area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management.

Typically requires:

A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

Engineering/Other Technical Positions:

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 5 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.

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